Guest Blogger: Brenda Karp For more than 25 years, I’ve been involved with the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation. I first reached out to VBCF many years ago to volunteer, and I was assigned to help plan the Gala for the organization’s 10th Anniversary. That was the start of my journey. Over the years I continued…
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By: Shelley Callahan, Director of Development Our community partners are all incredibly valuable to us to help ensure that we can continue our work supporting Virginians impacted by breast cancer. From elementary school students to senior citizens, passionate individuals across the state host amazing community events during October – National Breast Cancer Awareness Month –…
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by Antonia Arias-Magallon, Events Manager, Southwest Virginia The Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation (VBCF) was honored to host this year’s Power of Pink Roanoke Luncheon at the historic Hotel Roanoke on October 21st. The event brought together survivors, supporters, healthcare professionals, and community leaders to celebrate hope, raise critical funds, and reaffirm our shared commitment to…
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By Shelley Callahan, Director of Development The 2nd annual Richmond Power of Pink Luncheon took a different spin this year to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month by hosting a luncheon and fashion show at the Jefferson Hotel on October 3rd. Thirteen breast cancer survivors and thrivers showcased fabulous outfits of their own choosing, while…
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Join VBCF’s new Make Moves Against Breast Cancer campaign—raise funds your way by walking, running, biking, or moving however you like. Sign up today!
by Erin Steigleder, MSW, Director of Programs What is happening with the use of AI and mammograms? You have probably seen some headlines over the past year or two about how medicine can make use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology, and you may have even seen something about AI being used to “look” at mammograms.…
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By Grace Rush, Certified Mastectomy Fitter The Pink Ribbon Boutique in Richmond, VA, specializes in helping individuals feel comfortable and supported after breast surgery by providing post-mastectomy bras, prostheses, and compression garments — all in a compassionate and welcoming environment. If you’ve never visited a mastectomy boutique before, you might be wondering: What happens during…
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We are excited to announce the expansion of our amazing Sole Stars campaign in 2025! As one of VBCF’s signature fundraising events, we received amazing support from our 2022, 2023, and 2024 Sole Stars. We are now expanding our Sole Stars so all Virginians can participate no matter where they live! “Sole Stars is such…
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by Nikki Jennings, Resource Coordinator Like any new experience in life, dealing with a breast cancer diagnosis can be unexpected, scary and downright overwhelming. Since our founding in the early 90s, we’ve made it our mission to help empower Virginians with reliable resources they can trust. In this blog, we’re offering some help to one…
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